Shevern Smith-Chevalier

• Educated new nursing staff on best practices through effective mentorship.
• Conducted stress tests in accordance with physician protocols and departmental guidelines.
• Enhanced Nuclear Medicine program operations by performing a range of cardiac studies.
• Informed supervising cardiologist of relevant changes after each test.
• Took charge of emergency preparedness initiatives within the unit.
• Verified appropriateness of stress tests by screening patients for contraindications.
• Administered reversal agents for adverse reactions under cardiologist supervision.
• Monitored ECG, blood pressure, and symptoms vigilantly during tests and recovery.

• Monitored heart rate and rhythm using electrocardiogram (EKG) to analyze patient data.
• Tracked vital signs, including blood pressure, oxygen levels, and breathing patterns.
• Identified and responded to emergencies, providing critical care during heart attacks.
• Administered medications and treatments per physician orders.
• Educated patients and families on post-treatment care and necessary lifestyle changes.
• Coordinated care by consulting with healthcare professionals to implement care plans.
• Documented patient activities and progress accurately in medical records.
• Prepared patients for examinations, procedures, and treatments effectively.

• Demonstrated knowledge and application of the nursing process for telemetry patients
• Maintained and provided an environment which was supportive to the quality of patient care through effective use of resources and personnel
• Planned and implemented patient care and teaching based on a total assessment
• Other duties as assigned

Monitored and identified normal cardiac rhythms, dysrhythmias, and lethal arrhythmias.

Documented findings and labeled rhythms according to TGH policy.

Performed customer service, receptionist, and clerical tasks efficiently.

Served as communication resource for patients, visitors, and healthcare team members.

Triage communication priorities effectively to address urgent issues.

Responded to telephone and patient intercom inquiries promptly.

Alerted nursing staff to patient and family concerns as needed.

Ordered supplies and stocked items to maintain operational readiness.

• Coordinated scheduling and resource allocation for unit operations to optimize workflow efficiency.
• Supported implementation of new operational protocols, increasing team productivity and compliance.
• Monitored inventory levels and arranged timely procurement of supplies for uninterrupted operations.
• Analyzed process workflows to identify improvement areas, streamlining operations and reducing delays.
• Developed training materials and conducted sessions to enhance skills in system navigation and task execution.
• Handled confidential patient information with discretion, strictly adhering to HIPAA regulations.
• Achieved appropriate patient flow by managing admissions, transfers, and discharges in the computer system.
• Maintained a clean unit environment while adhering to infection control protocols for patient safety.

• Streamlined patient admission processes, cutting down Emergency Department stay times significantly.
• Executed charge nurse functions to enhance departmental workflow and service quality.
• Acquired skills in handling Step-Down, Nuclear Medicine, and Emergency Department cases.
• Led practicum guidance for students and nurses in transition as a preceptor.
• Boosted care delivery standards for patients with complex medical conditions.
• Assured safe admissions for cardiac and medical/surgical patients during transitions.
• Conducted vigilant monitoring of patients on cardiac drips to uphold safety protocols.
• Addressed additional tasks as required to maintain healthcare excellence.